Investigation in the murder of a 12-year-old boy, which initially seemed like a case of extortion, has taken a different turn. Police stated that the extortion calls made a day after the murder were an attempt to mislead and divert their investigations. According to preliminary statements from the accused, they allege that the victim had teased the main accused by calling him gay, which upset him.

The Kulgaon police, along with the local Crime Branch, have arrested Saufuan Maulvi, 21; Salman Maulvi, 20, and Abdulla Nazir Maulvi in the case. “All the accused were produced in court and remanded in police custody. We are continuing our investigation,” said a police officer.